2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Clarus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2467 mm |
